Kilo Lingo

/bɪˈfɔː/

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Translation

Earlier than a time or event; in front of something in order.

Word origin

From Old English beforan, made of be meaning by and foran meaning in front, so 'in front of' or 'earlier than'.

Origin
Old English
Root
beforan

Examples

.

"Before" shows one thing comes earlier than another.

.

"Before" shows she came earlier than you.

B C.

"Before" shows the place in order.

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